Overview
Cristy Ku is an Ophthalmologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ku is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Knobloch Syndrome, and Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1977 Butler Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cristy Ku
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cristy Ku?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Cristy Ku by calling their office at 713-798-6100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Cristy Ku a top-rated expert for Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cristy Ku is classified as an Advanced expert for Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Cristy Ku specialize in?
While Dr. Cristy Ku is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Knobloch Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Cristy Ku participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Cristy Ku has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation. You can view a list of Dr. Cristy Ku's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Cristy Ku accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristy Ku accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-798-6100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
- Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Cone DystrophyDr. Ku isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Ku isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Ku isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Ku isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina